Book-loving residents of and visitors to the city of Portland, Ore., are already familiar with the legendary labyrinthine charms of Powell's City of Books, the largest store in the world for new and used books. Powells.com, the online equivalent of this bibliophile's paradise, brings the Powell's experience to the Web, including a bestseller list that reflects the eclectic tastes of Powell's customers. Salon.com is pleased to present it here.
1. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling
Hardcover, $29.99
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2. Fugitives and Refugees: A Walk in Portland, Oregon by Chuck Palahniuk
Hardcover, $16
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3. The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd
Paperback, $14
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4. The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith
Paperback, $9.56
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5. American Gods by Neil Gaiman
Paperback, $7.99
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6. Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser
Paperback, $13.95
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7. Seabiscuit by Lauren Hillenbrand
Paperback, $15
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8. Life of Pi by Yann Martel
Paperback, $14
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9. The Shelters of Stone by Jean Auel
Hardcover, $28.95
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10. East of Eden by John Steinbeck
Paperback, $16
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11. Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution by Robert C. Atkins
Paperback, $7.99
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12. Changing Planes by Ursula Le Guin
Hardcover, $22
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13. Three Junes by Julia Glass
Hardcover, $25
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14. The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
Hardcover, $19.96
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15. Angels and Demons by Dan Brown
Paperback, $7.99
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16. Running With Scissors by Augusten Burroughs
Paperback, $14
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17. Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling
Paperback, $8.99
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18. Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling
Paperback, $7.99
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19. A Cup of Light by Nicole Mones
Hardcover, $24.95
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20. Atonement by Ian McEwan
Hardcover, $26
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